Gynecologic Cancer Care
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All women are at risk of gynecological cancers, and the risk increases as you get older. The good news is that women’s reproductive cancers can usually be detected during annual wellness checks by a gynecologist.
If you have noticed something suspicious or had changes in your gynecological health, visit your primary doctor or one of our skilled gynecologists throughout South Jersey. We’ll perform a thorough checkup and recommend any additional screenings if needed.
About Gynecological Cancer
There are cancers that are specific to the female reproductive system. These include, but are not limited to:
- Cervical cancer starts in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. It has two parts and is covered in two different types of cells; cancer begins when these cells mutate and grow out of control. Changes in the cells can be detected by an annual Pap test and treated before they become cancerous tumors.
- Uterine cancer is rare and occurs in the muscle and supporting tissue of the uterus. It can sometimes be detected by an annual Pap test but is usually diagnosed after surgery has been performed to remove what is thought to be benign tumors on the uterus.
- Ovarian cancer can grow in either or both ovaries, which produce eggs that travel through the fallopian tubes in the uterus. It ranks fifth in cancer deaths for women, but diagnoses have been steadily falling for 20 years. Half of the women diagnosed with ovarian cancer are over the age of 63.
Prevention & Detection
The #1 early detection tool for gynecological cancers is the Pap test. It is important that you visit your doctor annually for testing, especially if you have a history of cysts or benign growths. Your gynecologist will test for common issues but reporting unusual changes will help them determine whether you are at risk for one of these common cancers.
Personalized Treatment Plans
If you find that you have cancer, rest assured you have some of New Jersey’s best experts by your side. Our dedicated team — including board-certified surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists and more specialists — will work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan, which may include taking part in a clinical trial right here in South Jersey.